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“Ilmu pengetahuan, Tuan-tuan, betapa pun tingginya, dia tidak berpribadi. Sehebat-hebatnya mesin, dibikin oleh sehebat-hebat manusia dia pun tidak berpribadi. Tetapi sesederhana-sederhana cerita yang ditulis, dia mewakili pribadi individu atau malahan bisa juga bangsanya. Kan begitu Tuan Jenderal?”

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Jejak Langkah

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Pramoedya Ananta Toer
Pramoedya Ananta Toer

Pramoedya Ananta Toer was a renowned Indonesian author known for his profound insights into colonialism and nationalism. His works extensively covered historical, social, and political issues, profoundly influencing Indonesian literature. more

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